The epidemic of COVID-19 has resulted in a majority of employees in-home quarantine making companies and organizations face new challenges. Nobody expected this crisis and most of us did not prepare our workspaces with essential amenities needed for a long-term home office. With many companies now deciding to implement 'work-from-home' till the end of 2020, it will be helpful for all of us to relook at the home office using Feng Shui tips, for productivity, creativity, and comfort.
If your home office is cluttered and demotivating, it can affect your performance and leave you feeling drained and negative. Maintaining a calm and serene office is key and can be achieved by following the principles of Feng Shui. A Feng shui office is a positive and productive place to work. But contrary to popular belief, Feng shui isn't a way to decorate. Both science and art, Feng shui is all about energy and attraction. The purpose is to create a space that triggers specific emotions and feelings.
Table: UP1, Chair: Butterfly, Sofa: Flower 6
Let's take a look, how Feng Shui can help us create a home office with an inspiring and conducive environment for work.
Separate your workspace from your bedroom
One essential part of feng shui is separating your professional and personal lives as much as possible. you should try to create the greatest division possible between your office and your bedroom. Other things you can do include having your office in a completely separate area of your house and/or possibly designing your office much differently than your bedroom to differentiate work and relaxation.
Inspiring décor
Think of specific images, inspirational colors, meaningful career memorabilia, and appropriate decor items that make you feel successful, appreciated, and happy. Since you are working from home, feel free to fully express your creativity in decorating your office. Depending on your chosen field, you need to make sure your home office reflects the energy you want to project in the world.
Ensure natural light and air
Quality air and light are two feng shui must-haves that will promote good health and stability. To put it simply, you can't be expected to do your best work if your brain is starved for oxygen and you aren't getting enough natural light; You also won't enjoy your home office if it doesn't have these things and it could make it feel stuffy or constricting. You should always be aware of the quality of light and the quality of air in any place
Table: Mall, Chair: Ducky, Stool: Chessy
Position desk in a power position
Position your desk in the feng shui commanding position to attract stronger and more successful energies to your work area. A feng shui commanding position means you do not have your back to the front door. Be mindful of not facing a wall while working at your desk. If you have to face the wall, use feng shui to make the wall “disappear” with smart use of art, photo frames, and wall hangings.
Different areas work differently
There are three separate and meaningful spaces in your home office that can promote feng shui energy.
· The south area, which should promote fame and reputation. The element in this area is fire.
· The north area, represented by water, should focus on your career and overall accomplishments in life.
· The south-east area, representing wood, which focuses on abundance and prosperity.
Declutter and Organize
As clutter drains your energy and dampens your best intentions, you need to create a clear system, and not let clutter ruin your health and your work. Additionally, tackling your storage needs and limiting visual clutter may bolster your productivity. File cabinets and closets tend to offer great storage space. Perhaps a low-sitting bookcase is best or simple shelving along the wall. Or get a desk with inbuilt storage.
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The best feng shui office colors
Colors are very important for feng shui, especially in a room like an office. The colors you choose should really depend on what kind of work you are doing. For example, the colors an IT professional would likely choose for feng shui probably wouldn't be as conducive to productivity as they would be for an Architect. White walls or pastel colors help stimulate creativity, green represents growth, black represents the water element and is associated with money, while purple represents clarity. But if you feel stressed, go with earth tones.
Scents and Sounds
Scent and sounds are other parts of feng shui. Play soothing music throughout the day to alleviate stress, calm nerves, and keep you relaxed. When selecting the perfect room for your home office, pick one that is located far away from loud, distracting noises. Light candles to welcome scent and give your office a relaxed atmosphere. Citrus scents like tangerine and mandarin increase the amount of energy in the room, keeping you awake and alert even after hours of work.
Go Green
Another important part of every office, according to Feng Shui, is greenery. Not only do office plants purify the air enriching it with oxygen, but they have been proven to be very effective fighters against stress as well. If you don't have an open window or a breeze coming into your workspace or in a small home, plants can make any space much more pleasant.
Sit-stand Table: UP1
Desktop Feng shui
In feng shui, there is a concept called a bagua map, that lays out the areas of space into nine key places. You can use it to position items on your desk that represent each of the areas on the map. Each of these areas represents a different aspiration, such as your career, family and prosperity. On your desk, you should have the items that represent each of the aspirations placed in these specific areas. For example, a family picture could be placed in the top right corner of your desk, where love and relationships are found on the bagua map.
Bring in Flowers
First of all, it is important to discard all that is artificial flowers or plastic ones. In a vase hold exclusively natural flowers placed in the middle of the table. It aims to absorb different aromas and toxins. Daily change the water and collect the dry leaves in order to last longer.
Choose mindful materials
A rectangular wooden desk is commonly the best recommendation in feng shui. The material brings natural energy into your space, while also cultivating a nourishing and vibrant quality of energy. If you prefer a standing desk, consider researching a wooden design. In general, the size, style, and color depend on the overall room structure and intended office environment.
Table: Jason II, Chair: Ducky, Stool: Chessy, Sofa: UY
Conclusion
Feng Shui principles can be applied to any type of room, even to an office. If you keep feng shui in mind when designing your home office, you could easily find yourself being more productive and calm while working. Following Feng Shui rules, you can create a healthy working environment and quality base for productivity and prosperity.
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